GIA (General Intelligence Assessment)
Summary
Measures cognitive processing speed and capacity across five short subtests (reasoning, perceptual speed, number speed, spatial, word meaning). Focused on learning speed, adaptability, and trainability.
Key Facts
Provider: Thomas International
Type/Category: Cognitive Ability
Duration: 1–15 minutes per test (typical batteries 20–30 minutes)
Target Group: Broad workforce, managers, leaders
Languages: EN, DE, FR, ES, …
Strengths
- Very short subtests
- Practical for volume recruitment
- Strong indicator of learning agility
Example Use Case
Situation: Recruiting candidates with high learning agility.
Solution: Identifies quick learners who adapt fast to new tasks.
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